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All rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney have been carefully designed and subtly furnished with the highest quality amenities. To enjoy the best views of Sydney’s harbour, the Deluxe Full Harbour Room and Four Seasons Full Harbour King Rooms both provide unobstructed views of the harbour. Complimentary access to Lounge 32 is available for all guests in a Premier Full Harbour Club King, Four Seasons Full Harbour Club Suite and Signature Suites. Each room offers an LCD TV, slippers and Christian Lacroix toiletries. Chinese tea can be provided in the rooms upon request.

Location is amazing. It is in Four Seasons quality good hotel overall.

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9.1
Superb
6,859 reviews
Price from
£206
per night

Guests at Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel enjoy seaside accommodation just 15 minutes' from Sydney Airport and 20 minutes’ drive from Sydney City Centre.

Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel offers spacious rooms across 2 buildings. All Boutique rooms are located in the 4-star Boutique hotel. All Standard rooms are located above the Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel's restaurant and bars.

The room was beautiful and the view spectacular 😊 The location is the best.

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9
Superb
429 reviews
Price from
£132
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour, The Langham Sydney offers luxurious accommodation with panoramic city or bay views. It features a day spa, a tennis court and a hot tub.

The stylishly decorated rooms feature mahogany furniture and a lavish marble bathroom. Each room boasts flat-screen satellite TV.

Beautiful property with lovely rooms.

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9
Superb
732 reviews
Price from
£206
per night

Just a 1-minute walk from the Queen Victoria Building (QVB), Megaboom City Hotel is located in the heart of Sydney CBD. The property offers numerous modern, air-conditioned rooms with free, unlimited, high-speed WiFi. It is only 2 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall train and bus station and 5 minutes’ walk from Wynyard Station.

Really good position and friendly staff

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8.2
Very good
3,250 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Built in 2015, The Tank Stream Sydney offers stylish accommodation in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District). It is just 2 minutes' walk from Wynyard Train Station, 5 minutes' walk from Pitt Street Mall and 7 minutes' walk from Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House.

Staff very accommodative Location is excellent, 15 minutes walk to circular quay, 5 minutes walk to light train station A lot of eateries and convenient stores nearby Very near the train station that goes to the airport

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8.5
Very good
3,251 reviews
Price from
£111
per night

Located a 5-minute walk from Sydney’s Central Station, 57 Hotel offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

The property is a 7-minute walk from Crown Street, which offers some of Surry Hills best shopping and dining options. The famous nightlife of Oxford street is a 10-minute walk away. The Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are both within 10 minutes' drive.

I didn’t have the breakfast ( found a fab little vegan cafe down the road) Location was great I easily walked to galleries, opera house, botanic gardens etc

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8.1
Very good
2,840 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport is less than 20 minutes’ drive from Sydney City Centre and Paddington District. Free WiFi at 1 Mbps for four devices per room, per day is available.

Each room offers a kitchen or kitchenette and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Apartments come complete with a seating and dining area, washing machine, microwave and refrigerator. Private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Clean, comfortable, good shower, milk in fridge. Cooking, ironing facilities. Short walk from Mascot train station, 2 stops to Central Station. Short walk to Woolworths. Have stayed here many times when flying into Sydney Airport. Open 24 hours so no problem if flights delayed.

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8.5
Very good
4,166 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Ovolo Woolloomooloo is a 5-star hotel located in Sydney. All accommodation offers Google Chromecast and unique historic fittings. Guests enjoy an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

The hotel is located in Woolloomooloo, next to the Royal Botanical Gardens. It is a 15-minute walk from Sydney Opera House.

The staff was very kind and the room was in exvelent conditions

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8.6
Fabulous
1,250 reviews
Price from
£175
per night

Located across the road from Bondi Beach, guests enjoy free WiFi at Hotel Bondi. You can enjoy a meal at the onsite bar and restaurant or use the gaming lounge facilities. Some rooms have a balcony with sea views.

The location was amazing with the vintage 1920’s meets modern comforts. The food in the bar was also fabulous

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8.2
Very good
2,237 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

Just a 3-minute drive from Coogee Beach, Royal Hotel offers free WiFi and an onsite restaurant with a courtyard. All air-conditioned guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Very nice hotel, clean and tidy. Great location! It is 3 min from the railway station which takes you to the city center and is a convenient connection to the airport train.

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8.5
Very good
1,094 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

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  • The Darling at The Star
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,937 reviews

    Featuring a casino, a day spa and 20 bars and restaurants, The Darling at The Star is just 650 metres from Cockle Bay.

    Amazing staff- the concierge Ian went above and beyond

  • Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6,859 reviews

    Overlooking Sydney Harbour, Four Seasons Hotel Sydney offers complimentary Premium WiFi, a bar, restaurant, fitness centre and swimming pool.

    Beds are comfortable, late check out breakfast is good

  • Park Hyatt Sydney
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 372 reviews

    Park Hyatt Sydney perfectly personifies contemporary luxury with its coveted location between the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

    The location, breakfast quality and the efficient housekeeping.

  • The Langham Sydney
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 732 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Darling Harbour, The Langham Sydney offers luxurious accommodation with panoramic city or bay views. It features a day spa, a tennis court and a hot tub.

    Great location,spacious room and very comfortable bed

  • The Woolstore 1888
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,675 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour, Ovolo 1888 is a restored heritage building offering modern accommodation with free WiFi and access to a 24-hour fitness centre.

    We loved the quirky building and fantastic location.

  • QT Sydney
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,253 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Hyde Park and Pitt Street Mall, QT Sydney offers a restaurant, bar, cafe and day spa.

    The location is great also the beds are very comfortable

  • PARKROYAL Parramatta
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,610 reviews

    PARKROYAL Parramatta is located in the popular Church Street dining and shopping precinct in Parramatta, Western Sydney. It features free WiFi throughout and a fitness centre.

    The room was a good size on the second last floor.

  • Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,036 reviews

    Overlooking Sydney's Circular Quay, Pullman Quay Grand Sydney is situated harbourside in the heart of Circular Quay and is a short walk to the iconic Opera House and The Rocks.

    View, rooms are modern, spacious. Very comfortable!

Great access to the city centre! Check these boutique hotels in Sydney

  • Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,331 reviews

    Boasting a swimming pool and free WiFi, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), is just 15 minutes' walk from Circular Quay, where you can visit the Sydney Opera House...

    Great Location, lovely Staff and a very comfy bed

  • Avonmore On The Park Boutique Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 898 reviews

    This 4-star boutique hotel is located in Randwick, close to Sydney's CBD (Central Business District) and Coogee Beach. It offers peaceful surroundings and a relaxed setting.

    The friendliness of the staff and the location. Lots to like.

  • The Grace Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 12,279 reviews

    Close to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, The Grace Hotel offers luxury rooms and a rooftop fitness centre with an indoor swimming pool and a sauna.

    Position, great room, and all hotel's amenities

  • Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,283 reviews

    Nestled alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Pier One Sydney Harbour is built on the water with its own private pontoon and panoramic Sydney Harbour views.

    The tall hot door boy and the hotel is great as well

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach Sydney
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,179 reviews

    Offering a swimming pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre, Adina Apartment Hotel is located just 5 minutes’ walk from Bondi Beach.

    The location was great and many cafes in the area.

  • Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,902 reviews

    Located in Sydney’s landmark World Tower on floor 61 and above, these luxurious suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic city views.

    Comfortable bed. The best accommodation we ever stayed.

  • Adge Hotel and Residences
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 710 reviews

    Discover a dynamic oasis nestled in the heart of Sydney's vibrant neighbourhood village where fashion, music, art, food, and culture converge to create an extraordinary experience at the ADGE.

    The staff are really nice , they let us checked in early

  • Meriton Suites Campbell Street, Sydney
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,314 reviews

    Boasting an indoor heated lap pool, a hot tub, sauna and fitness centre, Meriton Suites Campbell Street, Sydney is located opposite the famous Capitol Theatre in Sydney CBD (Central Business District)...

    Great location, very clean, amazing comfortable bed

  • Fraser Suites Sydney
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 981 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and a fitness centre with a sauna. Fraser Suites Sydney features luxury apartments with modern furnishings, kitchen facilities and views of the city skyline.

    It was quiet, central and the team were so friendly

  • Establishment Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 757 reviews

    Offering stylish rooms with an iPad2 and a BOSE sound system, this boutique hotel is in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), only 5 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay Ferry Terminal.

    Location was great, bathroom was divine and staff were lovely.

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,968 reviews

    Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills offers a selection of fully-furnished modern apartments, just 10 minutes’ walk from Central Station.

    Great view, location and the area was interesting.

  • Meriton Suites Zetland
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,305 reviews

    Meriton Suites Zetland offer luxurious self-contained accommodation just 5 minutes’ drive from the lively Danks Street cafés.

    I loved the affordability and the rooms were perfect

  • Sir Stamford Circular Quay
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,752 reviews

    This luxury hotel features sundeck that overlooks Sydney Harbour and Circular Quay. The award-winning restaurant and bar offers views of the Royal Botanic Gardens.

    Ahmed was very attentive before and during our arrival

  • Hilton Sydney
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,487 reviews

    Hilton Hotel Sydney is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) and features the city's largest hotel health club and fine dining at its famous brasserie.

    Very comfortable, great location and helpful staff

  • Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,131 reviews

    Offering modern luxury apartments in the heart of Sydney CBD (Central Business District), Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney boasts an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, sauna and hot tub.

    The location - very central, the staff-very polite.

  • Meriton Suites Waterloo
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,960 reviews

    Meriton Suites Waterloo offers refurbished, self-contained accommodation, just 10 minutes’ drive from central Sydney and Sydney International Airport.

    Great Location - Great Amenities - Rooms fantastic

  • Vibe Hotel Sydney
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,825 reviews

    Vibe Hotel is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), just 5 minutes’ walk from popular shopping and dining options on Oxford Street. It features a swimming pool and fitness centre.

    the cleanliness and it’s easy access ti everything

  • Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 760 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney offers a restaurant, a heritage dining room and a wine bar.

    location great for Harbour Rocks and ship terminal

  • The Hughenden Boutique Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,111 reviews

    This restored mansion, set in the heart of the fashionable Woollahra district, has an elegant Victorian interior with a variety of rooms suiting different needs.

    We loved the breakfast & coffee and the atmosphere

  • Hotel Urban St Leonards
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,631 reviews

    Boasting free WiFi, Hotel Urban St Leonards is a boutique-style hotel offering luxuriously comfortable rooms on Sydney’s North Shore. Facilities include a café and bar, and fitness centre.

    Comfortable quiet room and the breakfast was delicious.

  • Courtyard by Marriott Sydney-North Ryde
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,469 reviews

    Courtyard By Marriott Sydney- North Ryde offers spacious rooms with views of Lane Cove National Park and Macquarie Park. Guests have access to business facilities and a fully equipped fitness centre.

    Affordable, quiet, reasonable parking rate ($20pn)

  • Pullman Sydney Olympic Park
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,743 reviews

    The Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park offers 5-star accommodation next to Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre and Sydney Showground.

    It was very clean and tidy and close to Expo centre

  • Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,404 reviews

    Located on Hyde Park in the Sydney CBD (Central Business District), Pullman Sydney Hyde Park features 2 restaurants and a rooftop pool and patio.

    Very comfortable bed large room with great view over Hyde Park.

  • Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point, an IHG Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 904 reviews

    Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point is perfectly poised on a peninsula at the gateway to Sydney’s eastern suburb in iconic Kings Cross, a region both steeped in history and on the leading edge of the...

    Hotel location, cleanliness & staff was excellent.

  • Q Station
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,395 reviews

    In the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, this unique hotel offers a peaceful and romantic retreat or a fully equipped base for business with stunning views across Sydney Harbour.

    Location was amazing, staff friendly, great shuttle service

  • Vulcan Hotel Sydney
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,055 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from the University of Technology (UTS), Vulcan Hotel is a boutique hotel that combines historic architecture with modern interiors, including a peaceful courtyard.

    The staff were super friendly and attended to my needs

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Darling Harbour
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,225 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool, fitness centre and a sauna and overlooking beautiful Cockle Bay, Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Darling Harbour is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), and...

    Great location so close to harbour. Friendly helpful staff.

  • Central Studio Hotel Sydney
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,006 reviews

    Located in the heart of Sydney, across from Central Station and a short drive from Pitt Street Mall shops, Central Studio Hotel Sydney offers guests contemporary accommodations.

    location close to public transport also close to theatres etc

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  • Avg. price/night: £289.33
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 757 reviews
    Love staying at The Establishment , cool boutique Hotel where access is in lane way . Location is great , close to The Harbour, , designer stores etc… Mr Wong , fabulous favourite restaurant next door !
    Gina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £200.31
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 779 reviews
    Staff were very friendly and helpful at all times. In particular, they were very accommodating in allowing me to change my dates at short notice without penalty, due to family illness. The room was spacious, quiet and had a lovely art deco design. The bar/lounge on the ground floor was a gorgeous setting and a great place to meet people for a drink. Nice rooftop outdoor pool (heated).
    Leigh
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £139.68
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 205 reviews
    I was extremely impressed with Hotel Morris. I travel to Sydney for work monthly and I am always looking for a reasonably priced hotel in the city. Sadly not many are affordable any more but Hotel Morris was the cheapest of the quality hotels I was considering and it has exceeded my expectations. It was extremely clean, the staff were very polite and I always appreciate a nespresso coffee in the room when there is no good cafes nearby, not to mention the interior design was gorgeous.
    Nicky
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £152.30
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 740 reviews
    We were so impressed by the staff here. They couldn't have been more obliging or pleasant. I had a very early zoom meeting that I took in the lobby, and one of the staff kindly and unpromptedly set up the lighting for me and got me a coffee!! The location is absolutely ideal, close to fantastic restaurants and a short walk to botanic Gardens/ circular Quay. The rooms are gorgeous in design and the cleanliness could not be faulted. Very secure and quiet building. Lovely rooftop accessible to guests too.
    Terri
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £134.39
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,690 reviews
    Great location, great price and very cool furnishings and design. A true boutique hotel experience! Super comfy bedding and very clean. Highly recommend the dumpling restaurant downstairs for a meal so you don't even have to leave the building!
    Loloma
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £109.64
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,187 reviews
    Beautiful hotel at a fantastic price! I loved the neighbourhood, too. It's super well connected to the city, and you're at the beach in 20 minutes. Stylish interior design and very welcoming staff. So nice I came back on my return journey through Sydney!
    amy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £170.28
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,752 reviews
    A superb boutique hotel We always stay there on our trips to Sydney. Spacious rooms, a king-size bed and a gorgeous marble bathroom. Lovely view of Circular Quay too.
    Judith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £86.96
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 883 reviews
    Lovely little boutique hotel, loved the patio and we spent most of our time sitting out there relaxing. Staff were lovely. Gardens and plants were gorgeous. The fixtures and decor were stunning.
    Lauren
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £205
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,964 reviews
    immaculate vibes, interior design was stunning, room was huge, staff were lovely, check in/out was super easy
    Amelia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £189.19
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,675 reviews
    funky design, boutique hotel feel, really friendly staff, super close to conference
    Jodie
    Solo traveller

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